Some call jury selection the most important phase of a trial. Learn about it here.

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The jury selection process in a criminal case is critical. Both the defense and prosecution try to obtain favorable jurors, while the court is supposed to ensure that the process is fair. Without jurors at least willing to consider your position, the law and facts become meaningless.

Discrimination in Jury Selection
Prosecutors sometimes excuse potential jurors for what appear to be discriminatory reasons. Learn what the defense can do about it.

Jurors and Sexual Orientation
Lawyers aren’t allowed to dismiss prospective jurors for discriminatory reasons, at least when it comes to race and gender. But even after the DOMA decision, it’s not as clear whether they can exclude people because of sexual orientation.